Certificate of Use

In order for a business operating in Weston to receive a Business Tax Receipt, the owner must first apply for and be issued a Certificate of Use for the location, in accordance with City Code. Any new tenant or change of occupancy in a commercial or industrial property must have a Certificate of Use to certify the use is permitted and does not violate any requirements of the Florida Building Code, Broward County and City of Weston Zoning Code, or the Fire Marshal's Office.

Cost/Renewal

The following are the current costs associated with the Certificate of Use application.

Certificate Type

Fee

Commercial Address / Business

$524.00

Home Occupation

$ 50.00

Change of Owner / Business Name

$ 35.00

Reissue Certificate Fee

$ 10.00

Where can I Obtain a Certificate of Use Application?

Applications can be picked up at the Weston Building Code Services Department, located in the Administrative Services Center at 17250 Royal Palm Boulevard, Weston, Florida 33326, or click below to download an application.

How do I receive my Certificate of Use?

After your inspections have been approved, a Certificate of Use will be issued and available for pick-up at Building Code Services. Typically, the Certificate will be available five (5) business days after the inspection is approved. It is the applicant’s responsibility to call Weston Building Code Services at 954-385-0500 to confirm that the Certificate is available and ready for pick up.